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Floor damp is a common problem for many properties across Sussex. Typically caused by excess groundwater and failing damp-proof membranes, moisture rises to the surface of your property, compromising the strength of its substructure.
Left to its own devices, floor damp can turn your living environment into a health hazard. Whether you’re experiencing wet carpets, warped floorboards or cracked concrete slabs, it’s important to isolate and rectify the problem before further damage is caused. That’s where we can help.
Otherwise known as rising or penetrating damp, floor damp is caused by moisture exploiting damaged or incorrectly installed damp-proof membranes. Travelling upwards from foundation level, water penetrates porous materials – such as concrete – causing damage at surface level of your property.
If you’re experiencing any form of floor damp in your property, we can help. At Sussex Damp Specialists, we combine over 20 years’ experience with industry-leading treatments to isolate and rectify your damp problem with minimal fuss and maximum results. It’s why we’re first choice for hundreds of property owners across Sussex.
Penetrating damp occurs when water infiltrates your property through external defects or internal issues, resulting in damage to your walls, ceilings, and furnishings. To effectively combat penetrating damp, it’s crucial to identify the source of water ingress and implement appropriate repairs. Our qualified damp proofing surveyor can assess your property to determine the cause of the dampness and the extent of required repairs.
Once the source of the dampness is identified, our damp proofing specialists will remove the affected material and apply a physical waterproofing membrane to expedite the drying process. Furthermore, external issues must be addressed, which may involve coating the exterior wall with a chemical water repellent to ensure water remains outside your property, protecting your living space from further damage. Prompt and effective management of penetrating damp is instrumental in preserving your home’s structural integrity and comfort.
Depending on the cause of floor damp, typical signs include:
• Stale, musty smells
• Warping floorboards
• Discoloured concrete
• Excessive surface water
• Sodden and swollen joist.
Palmerston House Farren Court,
The Street, Cowfold, Horsham,
RH13 8BP
Palmerston House Farren Court,
The Street, Cowfold, Horsham,
RH13 8BP
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